Ypres

During the course of the First World War there were no fewer than five Battles of Ypres. Our books include battlefield guides and eyewitness accounts, to give an extensive insight into this aspect of the Great War.

The most important thing about these series of documentaries from Pen and Sword, is that they bring to life elements of the battlefield that would be impossible capture, even in the most descriptive book. This is because they are delivered on the ground, by top military historians and guides. The film is written and presented by Tim Saunders, Tom Dormer, Andrew Duff, Mike Peters, Paul Oldfield and Ed Church. Throughout, you feel as if you are on the battlefields with these men, having the detail explained to you. It is presented in a very professional, but also relaxed and inclusive manner, which you would expect on a battlefield tour.... Overall, for any military enthusiast, this is a superb dvd to watch. Jon Sandison

The most important thing about these series of documentaries from Pen and Sword, is that they bring to life elements of the battlefield that would be impossible capture, even in the most descriptive book. This is because they are delivered on the ground, by top military historians and guides. The film is written and presented by Tim Saunders, Tom Dormer, Andrew Duff, Mike Peters, Paul Oldfield and Ed Church. Throughout, you feel as if you are on the battlefields with these men, having the detail explained to you. It is presented in a very professional, but also relaxed and inclusive manner, which you would expect on a battlefield tour.... Overall, for any military enthusiast, this is a superb dvd to watch.Jon Sandison

This is an excellent resource which provides an excellent reference point for the first few months of the war, and the important action in and around Ypres. Jon Sandison, Freelance

This is an excellent resource which provides an excellent reference point for the first few months of the war, and the important action in and around Ypres.Jon Sandison, Freelance

Featured ON THE BOOK SHELF with Neil Smith Wargames Illustrated, November 2019

Featured ON THE BOOK SHELF with Neil SmithWargames Illustrated, November 2019

Overall, another excellent book in this series which is an essential point of reference to take to the battlefields, enabling any visitor to get to grips further with the landscape and events. Jon Sandison, Freelance

Overall, another excellent book in this series which is an essential point of reference to take to the battlefields, enabling any visitor to get to grips further with the landscape and events.Jon Sandison, Freelance

An excellent guide for those who like to control their own visits/tours.
Read the full review [link=https://www.militarymodelscene.com/pands-ypres-1914-menin-road]here[/link] Military Model Scene, Robin Buckland

An excellent guide for those who like to control their own visits/tours.
Read the full review [link=https://www.militarymodelscene.com/pands-ypres-1914-menin-road]here[/link]Military Model Scene, Robin Buckland

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